Original artwork description:

This evocative artwork, titled "Lonely River," is a compelling example of Zakhar Shevchuk's unique approach to semi-abstract landscapes. Shevchuk, an acclaimed artist and educator at the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, infuses his deep impressions and self-reflections into his work, resulting in pieces that resonate on an emotional level with the viewer. His masterful use of organic lines of pure color to accentuate the subject creates a dynamic interplay between the figurative and the abstract. In this piece, a white solitary figure at the river shore emerges upon close inspection, drawing viewers into a personal journey of discovery and interpretation. The textured application of oil on canvas invites a tactile, almost visceral response, while the painting’s interplay of light and shadow, form and void, echoes Shevchuk’s philosophy of stripping down forms to their essential elements. This landscape not only highlights Shevchuk’s evolving artistic journey but also offers collectors a chance to own a work that straddles the boundary between the known and the imagined, urging a contemplation that is both introspective and universal.

Materials used:

Oil

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